Our Sponsors

Who are our sponsors?

Our sponsors are fellow club members, chess players, and local businesses who believe in building a thriving community around the healthy, competitive spirit of chess. Their support allows us to create an environment where players can grow, connect, and enjoy the game together.

Thanks to our sponsors, the club is more than just a place to play—it’s a “third space” where people can spend time with friends, challenge themselves, and share in the human connection that makes chess so special. They believe in our mission to help players develop their skills, improve themselves, and feel supported by the community they are part of.

Members

A special thank you to our members, whose support—both financial and through their regular attendance—keeps the club alive and thriving. Without them, we’d be left with an empty room, silent clocks, and worn-out boards. Click on their name to see a game of theirs which they thought especially worth sharing.

Felix Khulis - Member / Founding Supporter

Doug Laughlin - Member / Head Puzzle Composer

Rick Garel - Member / Club Instructor

William Martinez - Member

Steve Gallant - Member

Richard Lance - Member

Corporate Sponsors

Bay Point Contracting is a local contracting company dedicated to transforming spaces with a commitment to excellence in their work. They take pride in being the trusted partner in Simcoe County and its surrounding area for all renovation needs.

Thanks to Bay Point, we have a welcoming weekly venue to call home. With community space in Barrie often costing more than $100 an hour, the support they provide truly makes our club possible. Paul and his team care deeply about the community, and we’re grateful that they’ve shown that care by giving us a roof under which to gather, compete, and enjoy the game of chess.

Looking to join those sponsoring us?

We are always thrilled to expand our sponsorship! Your support goes directly to supporting chess and its benefits to the community by improving and maintaining our equipment, securing space for our events, and helping us offer programs that make the game accessible to players of all ages and skill levels. Sponsorship not only sustains the club—it strengthens a community built around learning, competition, and connection.

We don’t just welcome corporate sponsors—individuals can also support the club by joining our membership! If you’d like to become a sponsor or join as a member, email us at barriechessclubinfo@gmail.com or purchase a membership using the button below.

Membership Information

Corporate Sponsorship Contact

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